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We are in the process of adopting an 11 yr old girl. We have had her in our home 7 mo. now. (yes the honeymoon is definitely over - but that's another story!)
She does not understand the concept of family- or what it means to be part of a family forever, or what it means to be loved unconditionally. We were wondering if we sat down and wrote a family covenant together (after researching together the meaning of covenants, and Biblical examples) if she may understand better. This would give us a chance to commit to her in a way she can understand - and look back at - as well as set out her part of being in a family. It would also make it possible for her to tell us what she wants from a family and what she hopes for. It will get dialogue at least! (if we can get her talking about it - some days are pretty quiet around here!)
Has anyone tried this? Any suggestions? Resources?
Theresa
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My wife and I are in the process of adopting an 11 yr old girl also. We are youth pastors and have a grown and married son. The covenant idea is great! You can put it into simple terms that she could understand,and from that begin the process of showing through example, how much you and your family truly love her. Let her know she is special, that you chose her from all the others to give a forever home, and that you will always be there for her. If you can,pray with her so that she can see that God has chosen her to be a part of your family and that she is a blessing
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